Hermanas

Starred review from November 15, 2018
Working as hermanas (sisters) together, authors Kohn, Vega Qui�ones, and Garza Robinson have crafted an impressive work of evangelical scholarship and inspiration for Latinas who may feel called to leadership in Christian ministry but feel unsure about their prospects. Representing a variety of Latinx heritage and experiences, the authors have solid r�sum�s as faith leaders and ministry activists. Under the broad topics of "Identity and Intimacy" and "Influence and Impact," the authors take turns crafting a dozen chapters inspired by the stories of such biblical women as Esther, Rahab, and Mary and that explore specific themes, including faith, Christ's love, ethnicity, biculturalism, border crossing, leadership, and more. With women from the Bible providing a timeless context, the authors share pertinent aspects of their own lives and weave in transformative stories of Latinas they have encountered in their ministries. Each chapter ends with an invitation to the reader to meditate on her own experiences and sense of connection to the hermanas' stories. The authors address differences of perspective, experience, and opinion in their quest to strengthen Latinas in their faith, identity, and leadership skills and visions. An invaluable work about Latinas, faith, and community.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2018, American Library Association.)